Choosing The Perfect South Bay Neighborhood

Choosing A Great Location To Live

When choosing the perfect home, one of the biggest factors – if not the biggest – is choosing a great location to live. Indeed, you can never call your house a “dream home” if you don’t like the neighborhood surrounding it.

How do you determine if a community is right for you? Below are a few things to keep in mind that can help you find the perfect neighborhood:

Neighbors

It’s always a good idea to ask potential neighbors about the area before deciding to move in. What places do they frequent? What sort of things do you have to look out for? What don’t they like about the place?

Asking your would-be neighbors will give you a first-hand account about the area and provide you with invaluable insight.

Commute

Things can get pretty difficult if you’re living in a neighborhood that’s far away from your workplace.

Driving to work will not only increase the amount you spend a lot on gas, you may also end up decreasing your car’s lifespan. Frequent long drives cause more wear-and-tear on vehicles, resulting in more repair and maintenance fees down the line.

Schools

If you have kids or you’re planning on starting a family, choosing an area that has good schools nearby should be a big factor when looking for a neighborhood. But even if you don’t have any children, it’s always good to keep in mind that homes in neighborhoods within good school districts retain their value better, should you eventually decide to sell your house.

Nearby Establishments

Consider how accessible your neighborhood is to nearby establishments such as groceries, banks, pharmacies or clinics. It depends on your lifestyle as well; do you like eating out, shopping, hanging out at parks, or exercising at the gym? Choose an area that provides easy access to these places.

Scouting an area and its surrounding establishments by looking at maps or city guides on the internet is a great was to familiarize yourself.

Crime Rate

This goes without saying, but safety and security should be one of the top priorities when choosing a neighborhood. If you’re unsure about crime in the area, you can research online by using the area’s zip code to see how its crime rate stacks up compared to other districts, or better yet, drop by the local police station and get some information.

The South Bay is chock full of great neighborhoods and our team can help you find the perfect house in a great neighborhood. Just give us a call at (310) 796-9088 to find out more information.